Course Outline
Course Welcome and Learning Goals
- Welcome, session objectives, and agenda overview
- Connecting leadership practices to company mission and strategic aims
- Setting participant expectations and conducting initial self-evaluation
Core Principles of Situational Leadership
- Survey of leadership styles most relevant to field teams
- Assessing team competence and commitment levels
- Choosing the appropriate leadership approach for specific tasks
Communicating Effectively on Site
- Methods for delivering clear, concise briefings and directives
- Practicing active listening and confirming comprehension
- Sharing technical and safety data effectively under time constraints
Assertive Decision-Making and Problem Resolution
- Structured approaches to resolving field-based issues
- Quick root-cause analysis and implementing corrective measures
- Striking a balance between speed, safety, and quality in decision-making
Driving Motivation, Recognition, and Positive Reinforcement
- Practical incentives for technical tradespeople
- Providing constructive feedback and immediate recognition
- Creating short-term incentives and non-monetary rewards
Performance Oversight and Productivity Best Practices
- Establishing clear expectations and quantifiable targets
- Monitoring progress, KPIs, and conducting rapid performance reviews
- Coaching for skill enhancement and fostering accountability
Planning, Resource Alignment, and Time Management
- Prioritizing tasks and overseeing daily schedules
- Coordinating materials, equipment, and subcontractor activities
- Developing contingency plans for delays and site interruptions
Leading on Health, Safety, and Compliance
- The leader's role in fostering safety-first behaviors
- Conducting effective safety briefings and job hazard analyses
- Managing incidents, reporting, and learning from near misses
Resolving Conflicts, Strengthening Team Unity, and Inclusive Practices
- Addressing interpersonal conflicts and difficult discussions
- Fostering collaboration across multi-skilled teams
- Promoting inclusive behaviors and respectful dialogue
Practical Workshop: Scenario-Based Role-Playing
- Guided role-plays simulating common site challenges
- Feedback from peers and trainers using coaching frameworks
- Refining techniques and drafting personal action plans
Execution Planning and Success Metrics
- Developing a 30-60-90 day leadership action plan
- Choosing key productivity and safety metrics for tracking
- Preparing handoffs to HR or senior management for ongoing support
Recap and Future Actions
Requirements
- A solid grasp of electrical installation tasks and site operations
- Experience in supervising or collaborating within technical teams
- Awareness of workplace health and safety standards
Intended Audience
- Team leaders and foremen within the electrical installation sector
- Site supervisors and project managers
- HR or training coordinators overseeing field teams
Testimonials (1)
Tips such as, asking my team What else can I say to you so you are successful. Be a better leader by learning to trust the team and hold them accountable.